Rosa’s Big Boat Experiment

Dive into discovery with Rosa's Big Boat Experiment, where children join Rosa and her friends in a hands-on adventure of building boats and learning what keeps them afloat. This captivating story blends scientific inquiry with fun as kids experiment with concepts like density, prediction, and observation. Encouraging trial and error, the book sparks curiosity and critical thinking as the group races their handmade boats, making STEM concepts accessible and engaging for young learners.

Educational Benefits:

• Introduces fundamental physics concepts such as density and buoyancy.
• Enhances observational skills through prediction and recording outcomes.
• Develops critical thinking by encouraging trial and error problem solving.
• Supports early STEM literacy through relatable, hands-on experiments.

Classroom Ideas:

• Conduct a class boat-building challenge using recycled materials to apply the book's concepts.
• Facilitate group discussions on why some materials float while others sink.
• Create prediction charts to record and analyse experiment outcomes.
• Integrate art and science by decorating boats and exploring design impacts on performance.

Information:

• Ages: Suitable for 3 years and above
• Measurements: Hardback, 203 x 203 mm